KS1 Teaching Assistants – Bexley

KS1 Teaching Assistants – Bexley

Location: Bexley, South East London
Job Type: Supply, short-term and potential ongoing opportunities
Start Date: Upcoming opportunities
Pay: Competitive rates, dependent on experience and assignment

Make a Difference in Key Stage 1

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant who enjoys helping young children build confidence, develop essential skills and enjoy learning?

Forward Teaching is welcoming registrations from enthusiastic KS1 Teaching Assistants interested in working in primary schools across Bexley.

Whether you’re looking for flexible supply work or would prefer a more regular school placement, we’d love to learn more about your experience and availability.

About the Role

As a KS1 Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting teaching and learning in Year 1 or Year 2.
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Helping pupils develop early reading, writing and numeracy skills.
• Supporting phonics activities and classroom routines.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Providing additional support to pupils with different learning needs.
• Working closely with class teachers and other school staff.

Responsibilities will vary depending on the school and assignment.

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous experience supporting children in a UK primary school.
• A good understanding of KS1 learning and development.
• Confidence supporting phonics, literacy and numeracy.
• A patient, positive and encouraging approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be welcome, although relevant classroom experience is equally important.

Why Register with Forward Teaching?

We believe that finding the right school environment matters.

At Forward Teaching, we take time to understand your experience, strengths and working preferences before discussing suitable opportunities.

We offer:

• A friendly, personal recruitment service.
• Opportunities to work with primary schools across Bexley.
• Flexible assignments to suit different availability.
• Clear communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Ongoing support from a local education recruitment agency.

Register Your Interest

If you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Bexley, we’d love to hear from you.

Email: lottie@forward-teaching.co.uk
Call: 020 3633 1444

Forward Teaching – Connecting Great People With Great Schools.

Forward Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This advert welcomes registrations for potential upcoming opportunities; individual assignments are subject to availability and school requirements.